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Job #: 1703

The Head Women’s Basketball Coach is responsible for the overall administration of the women’s basketball program, including the direction, instruction and supervision of assistant/JV coaches.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

Conduct the women’s basketball program according to all NCAA Division III and University rules and regulations

Manage the women’s basketball budget

Follow purchasing and spending guidelines as set by the University and athletic department

Scheduling of all competitive events

Completing all travel arrangements as required

Responsible for all aspects of practice preparation and competition coaching

Responsible for recruiting quality women’s basketball student-athletes to the University

Plans and schedules a regular program of practice in-season

Responsible for keeping practice periods for the sport within the confines of the time specified by department and NCAA policy and with due consideration to the coaching staff and the welfare of participant

Responsible for administering and working within the parameters of operating, recruiting and work-study budgets.

Responsible for the purchasing of equipment, supplies and uniforms for the program adhering to department policies

Responsible for the general upkeep and protection of equipment under the jurisdiction of the program

Responsible for submitting all eligibility forms to the University Compliance Officer in a timely manner according to the guidelines set by the Pacific Athletic Eligibility Policies and Procedures

Follow all NCAA, NWC and Pacific University rules and regulations which pertain to the women’s basketball program

Cooperates with the head athletic trainer to ensure that athletes receive quality care, prevention and treatment of injuries

Does not allow athletes to participate until they are cleared for eligibility by the University

Clears with the Athletic Director any travel that is outside of the region

Provides adequate and appropriate notice to the faculty for travel that involves loss of class time

Recruitment of quality student-athletes to the women’s basketball program

SECONDARY FUNCTIONS: Other duties within the athletic department will be assigned to this position. Responsibilities which may be included but are not limited to, intramural sports support, game management and/or other duties as assigned by the Director of Athletics.

SUPERVISOR RESPONSIBILITY: The head women’s basketball coach will report directly to the Director of Athletics. The head women’s basketball coach will be responsible for direct supervision of assistant coaches in the program. The head coach will recommend new hires of assistant coaches to the Director of Athletics for approval.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE: A Bachelor's Degree is required; Master’s Degree is preferred. A significant and successful record as a head coach in the sport of women’s basketball is ideal. The successful candidate should possess strong leadership and communication skills along with the ability to recruit high quality student-athletes. The candidate must be committed to the mission of a private liberal arts University and an understanding of how the sport of women’s basketball and athletics in general fit into this environment. Salary will commensurate with experience.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES & BEHAVIORS:

Communicates with students, faculty, staff and the public appropriate to the age of the individual served.

Builds on basic learning and carries it from one situation to another.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: __Sedentary work __Light work _x_Medium work __Heavy work __Very Heavy work _Visual acuity

APPLICATION: Please email cover letter, resume and names and phone numbers of three professional references to employment@pacificu.edu. Please name your documents as shown in the following example: (Example: Adams_Amy letter, Adams_Amy resume, Adams_Amy references). You may also mail your application materials to Human Resources/Pacific University, 2043 College Way, Forest Grove, OR 97116.

Application materials will be screened and interview candidates will be selected and notified. The hiring process normally consists of several interviews and can last several weeks depending on the position. Employment is contingent upon eligibility to work in the United States and successful completion of a background check. If the position is posted on our job board at http://www.pacificu.edu/hr/employment/positions/index.cfm it is an available position and you may apply. No phone calls please.

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Today, students study in a unique combination of undergraduate, graduate and professional programs in the liberal arts and sciences, optometry, education, health professions and business. Pacific University has campuses in Forest Grove, Hillsboro, Eugene and Woodburn, Ore., as well as an office in Honolulu. In addition, a variety of Pacific University health and eye clinics throughout the Portland area serve patients and provide students with practical experience.

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NOTICE OF NONDISCRIMINATION POLICY

It is the policy of Pacific University not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, age, religion or religious creed, disability or handicap, sex or gender, gender identity and/or expression (including a transgender identity), sexual orientation, military, veteran or Vietnam Era status in admission and access to, or treatment in employment, educational programs or activities as required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Age Discrimination Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, or any other classification protected under state or federal law, or city ordinance. Questions or complaints may be directed to the Vice President for Academic Affairs, 2043 College Way, Forest Grove, OR 97116, provost@pacificu.edu.